How Do You Clean Sports Jerseys?
Most sports jerseys are made from performance fabrics like polyester, mesh, moisture-wicking blends, or stretch athletic materials designed to handle sweat, movement, and repeated washing. Whether it’s after practice, tournaments, or back-to-back games, proper washing can help jerseys stay cleaner, fresher, and ready for the next wear.
To help protect jerseys and athletic wear:
- Pretreat stains before washing
- Turn jerseys inside out before laundering
- Wash in cold or warm water based on care labels
- Avoid excessive heat when drying
- Use a stain remover designed for sports stains and odors
Performance fabrics can trap sweat, body oils, grass, dirt, and odor deep within the fibers over time. OxiClean™ stain removers help target tough sports stains while helping athletic gear come out of the wash looking and smelling fresher.
How to Remove Stains from Jerseys & Uniforms
Sports uniforms can pick up tough stains from practices, tournaments, and game days. Grass, dirt, sweat, clay, food spills, and sports drinks can all cling to fabric fibers over time — especially on performance fabrics and white uniforms.
For best results, pretreat visible stains before washing. OxiClean™ Max Force™ Laundry Stain Remover Spray helps target tough stains directly on jerseys, baseball pants, socks, and other athletic gear before they go into the wash.
OxiClean™ Max Force™ Laundry Stain Remover Spray is ideal for:
- Baseball jerseys
- Baseball pants
- Soccer uniforms
- Hockey jerseys
- Football uniforms
- Practice gear
- Socks and athletic apparel
1. Spray
Spray directly onto the grass stain until saturated.
2. Wait
Let stand for 5 minutes or up to a week, depending on the severity of the stain.
3. Wash
Wash with detergent in the warmest water the fabric will accept.
Test OxiClean™ Max Force™ Laundry Stain Remover Spray on an inconspicuous area prior to use. Do not use on silk, wool, leather and fabrics labeled dry clean only.
OxiClean™ Max Force™ Laundry Stain Remover Spray helps loosen tough sports stains so they rinse away more easily during washing. Whether it’s grass stains on baseball pants, sweat stains on practice jerseys, or dirt from weekend tournaments, pretreating stains early can help uniforms stay cleaner throughout the season.
Found stains days later? No problem. You can pretreat stains up to seven days before washing, making it easier to stay on top of laundry during busy sports schedules. Plus, the convenient travel-sized 2 FL OZ bottle makes it easy to treat stains right after games. It’s an easy addition to sports bags, laundry rooms, or tournament travel kits.
How to Wash a Baseball Jersey
Baseball jerseys and baseball pants often collect some of the toughest sports stains, including grass, red clay, sweat, dirt, and food stains from dugouts and post-game snacks. Between practices, doubleheaders, and weekend tournaments, stains can build up quickly throughout the season.
To help clean baseball jerseys and uniforms:
- Pretreat visible stains with OxiClean™ Max Force™ Spray
- Turn jerseys inside out before washing
- Wash with similar athletic fabrics
- Avoid high dryer heat that can damage lettering and logos
- Rewash heavily stained items before drying if stains remain
It’s not just baseball jerseys that get dirty — baseball caps and sports hats can collect sweat stains, dirt, grass marks, and odors throughout the season, too. Learn more about how to wash a baseball hat in our complete hat cleaning guide.
How to Clean Baseball Uniforms & Pants
Baseball uniforms and pants often need more than spot treatment alone. Sliding, diving, red clay, dirt, sweat, and repeated practices can leave uniforms heavily soiled by the end of the week.
After pretreating stains, soaking uniforms with OxiClean™ Versatile Stain Remover Powder can help lift stubborn buildup and boost cleaning power during washing.
OxiClean™ Versatile Stain Remover Powder works well for:
1. Mix
Fill to Line 2 to 4 per gallon of water. Submerge stained items in solution after dissolved. Line 2 for typical stains or Line 4 for extra tough stains.
2. Soak
Soak 1-6 hours. Depending on the severity of the stain, some stains may require more time to soak. For best results, soak for 6 hours.
3. Wash
Wash as normal with detergent and OxiClean™ powder. Fill to line 1 for regular loads or more for heavily soiled loads.
Test first in an inconspicuous area. Do not use OxiClean™ Versatile Stain Remover Powder on wool, wool blends, silk, silk blends, leather or any items labeled dry clean only. Do not use on jewelry, latex paint, jute, teak or finished floors.
From baseball pants stained during doubleheaders to practice jerseys worn through long tournament weekends, OxiClean™ Versatile Stain Remover Powder helps tackle tough sports messes so uniforms come out cleaner, fresher, and ready for the next game.
How to Wash Soccer Jerseys & Performance Fabrics
Soccer jerseys are commonly made with lightweight moisture-wicking fabrics designed to help players stay cooler and drier during activity. These performance fabrics are built for intense activity, but they can also trap sweat, body oils, and odors over time.
To help clean soccer jerseys and other performance athletic wear:
- Pretreat grass and dirt stains quickly
- Wash after games and practices
- Avoid chlorine bleach on colored fabrics
- Wash on gentle cycles when possible
- Dry on low heat or air dry
How to Remove Odors from Sports Jerseys & Performance Fabrics
Sweat and body oils can become trapped within performance fabrics over time, causing jerseys and athletic wear to smell less fresh even after washing. For uniforms with lingering odors, soaking with OxiClean™ Odor Blasters™ Versatile Stain & Odor Remover Powder can help target odor-causing buildup while helping refresh athletic gear before laundering.
1. Mix
Use a full scoop per gallon of water. Submerge items in solution after dissolved.
2. Soak
Soak 3-6 hours. Depending on the severity of stains or odors, some items may require more time to soak.
3. Wash
Wash as normal with detergent and OxiClean™ powder.
Always test OxiClean™ Odor Blasters™ Versatile Stain & Odor Remover on a small area before applying all over the shoe. Read the shoe label and follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use on wool, wool blends, silk, silk blends, leather or fabrics labeled dry clean only.
Whether it's soccer jerseys, practice gear, or moisture-wicking athletic apparel, OxiClean™ Odor Blasters™ Versatile Stain & Odor Remover Powder helps tackle stubborn odors that can linger in performance fabrics.
How to Keep White Jerseys & Uniforms Bright
White jerseys, socks, and baseball pants can quickly start looking dull from dirt, sweat, grass stains, and clay buildup. Frequent games, practices, and tournament weekends can make keeping white uniforms clean feel like a full-time job for parents. OxiClean™ White Revive™ Laundry Whitener & Stain Remover helps whiten and brighten uniforms without chlorine bleach.
1. Mix
Mix 1 scoop of OxiClean™ powder per gallon of the warmest water recommended by the garment care label. Mix until completely dissolved. Submerge tough stains, heavily soiled clothing, or dinghy whites in solution.
2. Soak
Soak for 6 hours.
3. Wash
Wash as normal with detergent and OxiClean™ powder filled to line 2.
Always test OxiClean™ White Revive™ Laundry Whitener & Stain Remover on an inconspicuous area prior to use. DO NOT use on wool, wool blends, silk, silk blends, leather, or fabrics labeled dry clean only. Do not mix powder with detergent in the dispenser. Always follow the manufacturer’s garment care instructions.
From baseball pants to white practice jerseys, OxiClean™ White Revive™ Laundry Whitener & Stain Remover helps lift tough stains while whitening whites 40% better than chlorine bleach per load. It helps keep athletic uniforms looking whiter and brighter throughout the season while helping tackle tough sports stains and buildup.
Keep Jerseys & Uniforms Looking Game Ready
From baseball and hockey to soccer, football, softball, and everyday practice gear, sports uniforms are built for tough play — and tough stains. OxiClean™ stain removers help tackle grass stains, dirt, sweat, mud, food spills, and everyday sports messes so uniforms stay cleaner, fresher, and ready for the next game. That means less stress on laundry day and more time focused on the moments that matter most during the season.